Group Financial Controller
Temporary to Permanent
£60,000 - £70,000
Liverpool

Role Overview

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  Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Group Finance function
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  Ensure the effective and efficient management of all financial activities across the organisation
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  Deliver accurate, relevant, and timely financial information to senior leaders, business partners, and key stakeholders
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  Ensure robust accounting and financial information systems are in place and operating effectively

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Management

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  Lead and manage the Group Finance function, ensuring high standards of financial governance and control
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  Support the strategic objectives of the organisation through strong financial planning and insight
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  Act as a key financial advisor to senior leadership and stakeholders

Financial Reporting & Accounting

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  Prepare and oversee the production of monthly and annual financial and management accounts
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  Ensure all financial transactions comply with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements
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  Prepare, review, and issue monthly and annual financial and management information reports
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  Lead the preparation of the Group's year-end accounts

Governance, Compliance & Controls

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  Ensure compliance with audit requirements, statutory returns, and regulatory reporting obligations
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  Maintain and strengthen internal financial controls across the Group
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  Oversee completion and submission of all required financial reports and returns
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  Act as the key point of contact for internal and external audit processes

Systems & Processes

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  Ensure effective, and efficient accounting and financial information systems
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  Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting, and controls

People Management & Leadership

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  Act as line manager for finance staff, including:
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  Induction and onboarding
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  Probation and performance management
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  Appraisals and ongoing development

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  Foster a high-performing, collaborative finance team